Prepress Operator

Job Summary:

The Prepress Operator ensures all art/files for offset, and digital, screen, and dye sublimation printing are in the accurate format, content, and color in accordance with the client’s technical specifications. The position requires effective communication skills, keen attention to detail, and a strong understanding of the offset and digital printing process. Work Hours: 11:30am - 8:00pm

Job Description:

Communicate effectively with Sales and Account Management team members. Prepare customer files for: size, image resolution, bleeds, overprints, font issues, and color breaks Maintain quality control during all prepress processes, reading and understanding work instructions, proper documentation, and procedures Verify provided artwork will reproduce to customer expectations. Maintain a workflow schedule and communicate status regularly to internal customers.

Process and build files for production. Determine and create page layouts, while accounting for folds, trims, and die cuts as necessary. Work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac OS Perform quality checks on finished hard and PDF proofs before releasing to manufacturing. Output digital files to various output devices Respond to concerns from sales and production regarding client expectations, alterations, or suggestions Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements.

Communicate with production to understand our printing capabilities. Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in a timely and accurate manner. Work overtime as needed. Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None